Treasure Hunt Plans With Sir Philip's Map and a Ship
Cyrus Townsend Brady sketches a daring plan in 1595 for Mistress Wilberforce and the narrator to seek a legendary treasure on a distant island. They discuss costs for a voyage, the potential fortune, and the risk, weighing loyalty and duty against adventure and risk. Master Ficklin questions the legal basis and funds, while the two protagonists resolve to pursue the venture.
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Wilwerforce
Philip Wilberforce
Countie
Devon
Senore de la Concepcion
Amme
Philip
Tve
Cyrus Townsend Brady
London
Gess Chance
Emda
Worl
Master Picklin
Master Ficklin
Treasure Ship Rose of Devon Journey Began with Love
A narrator recalls funding a globe-circling voyage on the Rose of Devon, using 2000 pounds gifted by his lady and trusting Captain Matthews. He engages as mate, questions crew fit, and plans a world voyage despite risks, aided by a loyal servant and stern resolve. The story blends romance, ambition, and maritime peril.
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Plymouth
Devon
Ficklin
Athews
Spchi Sone
Matthews
Jwhen
Casse
Hery
Cape Horn
Wes
Ted Tom
No merchant ever failed advertising well and much
A compact maxim-like item stating that merchants prosper when they advertise thoroughly and prominently, implying business success tied to ample promotion. The note emphasizes vigor in messaging, suggesting that strong, frequent ads build demand and trust.
Little Beauty Chats On Posture Exercises For Young Americans
The article extols better carriage and warns against vanity. It promotes simple, practical exercises to straighten the back, including hands clasped behind the neck and balancing a book or a pan of water on the head. It notes the fun danger adds appeal and urges readers to practice with a medium heavy volume.
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Uwe
Trolley Crowd Rejoices As Walnut Beach On Time
A Milford Walnut Beach trolley stop scene of wild excitement last night when the palatial New Haven line car arrived on time. The crowd surged onto roofs and axles in celebration while motor man and conductors were cheered and kissed. Also an advertisement for Foley Kidney Pills is included.
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Harmer
Walnut Beach
Milford
New Haven
Bridgeport
New York, New Haven & Hartford Railroad
Sylvan
Edwin T. Bowers
Chautauquas and Agricultural Education In Focus
Chautauquas have become a crucial factor in teaching agriculture with programs expanding beyond Bible study to stock judging soils and household economy. The Grange aids agricultural education through lectures and school integration while a tinware cement made from litharge and glycerin provides a practical home repair tip.
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F. B. Jenks
United States Bureau of Education
Nebraska
Iowa
Illinois
Kansas
Missouri
Jenksn
Grange
Order of Patrons of Husbandry
Organization of Farmers
The
Tax List 1913 Notice From Bridgeport Assessors
Bridgeport assessors will meet at City Hall from September through October 1913 to receive sworn lists of personal and real property. Non residents are warned that failure to list may bar appeals. parcels must be described with street numbers and bounds. post addresses required. office hours are 9 to 4, Saturdays 9 to noon. Board members Hughes Knowlton O Brien Amesgee warn property owners.
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City of
Bri
City Hall
Bridgeport
Board of Relief
W. T Hughes
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John Hampden
Lucy Wilberforce
South Seas
By Cyrus Townsend Brady
Cory
Ved Reese
Thedeland
Whitman Studio
Park and
Fairfield Aves
Will Armstrong
Boston
West End
America
Oli
Herman Lieb & CO
SSS
Archer & Belford
Class
Bernie
Fifth _ Ave
Lynch & Zeller
Frank Morrell
Golden
Mer. McGraw, Mathewson
Antoine Deloria
Gardner, Mich
Foley
Adv
Chautauquas ‘and Agricultural Education
Dave
Marion
Dreamlanders
Johnston
Pathe
Newfield Park
New London
Car
Udeeaiay Sion
Con
Courtland School
Washington Avenue
Esas Tee Fine Equipment. Com
Post Office News
Post Office
Lawrence J. , Julius W. Knowlton
Thomas O'Brien
Board of Ai
Nes Gee
Mollan’s
W. K. Mollan
Main ST
Frisbie Pie Co
the Burns Co
Fairfield Avenue
Kelley’s
Fairfield Ave
James H Kelly
M. J. Maloney
W .A. Miles
Ali Taode
Jones Avenue
I Man
Bridger
Maltag
Hawley, Wilmot & Reynolds Undertakers and
Delamere Crt
George Th. Minn
Washington Terrace
Ae Wilmot
John B. Reynolds
Pacific
M. J. Gannon Puneral
Broad Peer
John
Tar Ave
Wm. Lieberum & Son
Rourke & Rourke
Main Street
Telsear
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